Up in the sky! Look! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s a brand-new special episode of The MidMO Nerd Show! 🦸‍♂️💥

This week, Mat and Andrew are taking a cosmic deep dive into the Phantom Zone to talk all things Kryptonian! From the tragic destruction of Krypton to the bustling, bottled streets of Kandor, we’re breaking down the lore, history, and legacy of the House of El.

We kick things off by exploring the complex relationship and distinct journeys of Superman and Supergirl. Then, we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to Smallville—discussing how the iconic CW show shaped a generation of DC fans (and whether or not the theme song is still stuck in our heads). Finally, we turn our yellow-sun-powered gaze toward the silver screen to rank and discuss some of our absolute favorite DC movies of all time.

It’s an interstellar episode packed with deep lore, laughs, and more Superman puns than you can shake a piece of glowing green rock at. Don't forget to hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more weekly nerd culture content, and leave us a review!

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Is physical media officially on its deathbed? 💀

This week on the Mid MO Nerd Show, Mat, Gary, and Andrew are joined by special guest Jed from The Goofy Goblin's Games & Goods! Together, the crew unpacks the rumors surrounding PlayStation going completely digital by 2028 and what that means for game ownership.

We also tackle a major elephant in the room: how AI is impacting (and potentially ruining) the nerd and creative communities we love.

Thankfully, there's always an escape! We talk PC gaming on STEAM and get some fantastic, expert recommendations from Jed on the best board games and tabletop experiences hitting shelves right now.

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Get ready, Web-Heads! Welcome to a massive, web-slinging edition of the Mid MO Nerd Show. In this special Summer Super Hero Spectacular, Andrew and Mat are diving headfirst into the Spider-Verse to break down everyone’s favorite friendly neighborhood wall-crawler.

From the classic comic panels that started it all to the cinematic blockbusters, iconic animated TV shows, and smash-hit video games, we are covering the entire legacy of Spider-Man.

Here is what we’re untangling in the web today:

• ​The Big Debates: We rank and share our absolute favorite versions of Spider-Man across all media. (Is it Peter, Miles, or someone else entirely?)
• ​The Rogues' Gallery: From tragic scientists to chaotic symbiotes, we reveal our definitive favorite Spider-Man villains.
• ​The Supporting Cast: Spider-Man is nothing without the people who keep him grounded. We shout out our favorite side characters who steal the show.

Whether you're a die-hard comic reader, a casual movie fan, or currently swinging through New York on your console, this ultimate Spidey celebration is for you. Grab your web-shooters, hit that subscribe button, and let us know your favorite Spidey moments in the comments below!

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Mat, Gary, and Andrew gather at the table for an action-packed episode covering everything from comic book endgame events to local con culture!

On the slate today:

• Comic & Media News: Ultimate Marvel Endgame, Moon Knight updates, the new MMPR arc, Masters of the Universe, and the ripple effects of post-Doomsday events.

• Gaming & TCGs: Xbox's latest move with Spyro, the massive Magic: The Gathering x Marvel collaboration, and a masterclass in card game threat assessment.

• The Book Shelf: A deep dive into Origins and the Dreamcatcher series by D.L. Golden, where classic novels become powerful magic tomes.

• Con Culture: A full recap of the Route 66 Comic and Toy Convention, plus a look ahead to upcoming local events, featuring an exclusive preview of Extremicon!

Turn up the volume and join the conversation! Don't forget to rate and follow the show on your audio podcasting platform of choice.

Grab your dice, shuffle your decks, and fire up your consoles—The MidMO Nerd Show is back with a massive breakdown of everything happening across the nerd-verse!

This week, Andrew, Mat, and Gary dive headfirst into a loaded slate of pop culture news. We kick things off with Tremendicon updates and news. As Gary and Andrew share stories of the event.

Next, the cinematic world with a look at upcoming blockbusters, including The Mandalorian & Grogu, Supergirl, and the highly anticipated The Boys finale. Plus, we share our thoughts on Spider-Man Noir—does it demand a black-and-white viewing, and how deep are they going with the rogues' gallery?

Over in the gaming corner, we break down the latest PlayStation State of Play highlights, including Marvel's Wolverine, the rumored God of War: Laufey, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and the return of Until Dawn and Stuntman. We also look ahead to this weekend’s Xbox Showcase and the looming Nintendo Direct!

Finally, we talk tabletop gaming as Andrew embraces his inner villain in Magic: The Gathering, and the upcoming Marvel and Star Trek cards.

Andrew's crew tests out new RPG systems like Daggerheart, Candela Obscura, Avatar Legends, and the Star Wars RPG. Mat is playing some Fallout and Gary's Dnd group is in for a big surprise.

Wrap it all up a call back to RT 66 Con happening on June 13th in Lebanon.

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This week on the show, we’re unpacking a massive haul of nerd culture news!

Comics: Jonathan Hickman is launching a dark "Midnight Universe" at Marvel, Kevin Smith teams up Spidey and Hulk, Absolute Green Arrow #1 brings a brutal psychological thriller edge, and Absolute Batman drops giant robot suits into the mix.

Movies & TV: We review Mortal Kombat II (spoiler: it’s incredibly fun and actually has a tournament!). We also tackle the critic reviews for The Mandalorian & Grogu ahead of seeing it tomorrow, lose our minds over the dark buddy-cop Lanterns trailer, look ahead to Spider-Man Noir, and discuss the trouble brewing over at Crunchyroll.

Gaming: Price cuts for Xbox Game Pass, price hikes for PlayStation Plus, and Nintendo’s fascinating strategy to raise Switch 2 hardware prices while cutting digital and physical game costs.

Plus, we’ve got your weekly dose of Comic Con Tales, a dive into the Ozark Oddities Cryptid Tales, and some fresh announcements you won't want to miss!

That brings this quest to an end! Keep your controllers charged, your comics bagged, and your fandom strong!

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Welcome back to The MidMO Nerd Show! We’re kicking off May with a slightly garbled Star Wars greeting and a massive breakdown of everything hitting your screens, consoles, and tabletops. This week, we're heavy on the Mando and Grogu hype as we gear up for their big-screen debut.

Movies & TV: We’re diving deep into the latest Mando and Grogu trailer. We’ve already secured the tickets and are ready for the BK collab! Plus, our thoughts on the Invincible Season 4 finale and why we're actually happy The Boys is coming to a close with Season 5.

The Comics Corner: Discussing the return of Mark Spector in Moon Knight and the looming threat of Bushman. We also recap the Power Rangers universe, from Trini's leadership to the "Lost" Green Ranger , and explore the underworld of Janix in Shadow of Maul.

Video Game May-hem: A massive month for gamers! We discuss Forza Horizon 6 heading to Japan , the new Yoshi and the Mysterious Book , and the highly anticipated Pokémon Pokopia Switch 2 bundle.

Tabletop Tales: It's the end of an era as the Lifeblood campaign concludes after 105 sessions. Andrew starts brainstorming a new Homebrew "Wasteland". Gary has some new tales from his shop DnD game, dragons are making an appearance. Also, new Magic set with an evil magic school?!?

Community & Events: Local updates on Free Comic Book Day , Tremendicon , and a not so spooky dive into Ozark Oddities.

And much more on this weeks episode, Stay Nerdy MidMO!!!

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Buckle up for a massive episode of The MidMO Nerd Show as Andrew, Gary, and Mat dive into the absolute chaos that was CinemaCon 2026! From the shocking return of Robert Downey Jr. to the MCU as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday to a first look at the AT-AT chase in The Mandalorian and Grogu, the silver screen is looking stacked for the next two years.

We’re also heading into the long boxes to discuss the wild twists in MMPR/TMNT 3, where Master Splinter makes his debut as the White Tiger Ranger , and April O’Neil becomes an avatar for Mothra in the Godzilla/TMNT crossover. Plus, we break down the heartbreaking end of an era in the Ultimate Universe.

On the tabletop side, we look at the 2024 D&D rulebook's shift toward "Romantasy" and the return of Ravenloft: The Horrors Within. We also check in on Project Helix, Microsoft's newly unveiled "hybrid system" that aims to merge the Xbox and Windows 11 experience.

To wrap things up, we share some stories from Missouri Comic Con and look at some local Ozark Oddities. You won't want to miss this one!

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